Fluorescence Spectroscopy for Real‐Time Intraoperative Detection of Middle‐Ear Cholesteatoma

Key Points

• The aim is to evaluate the efficacy of fluorescence spectroscopy in accurately identifying cholesteatoma during surgery.
• Assess fluorescence spectroscopy's accuracy in identifying cholesteatoma versus other middle-ear tissues.
• Analyze speed and simplicity for real-time application during operations.
• Evaluate probabilistic feedback as a decision support tool for surgeons.
• Fluorescence spectroscopy achieved high accuracy in distinguishing cholesteatoma from surrounding tissues.
• The technology is fast and straightforward for intraoperative use.
• Potential to lower recurrence rates by improving tissue identification.